Electric Potential Flashcards

(6 cards)

1
Q

What is absolute electric potential

A

potential energy per unit charge of a positive point charge at that point

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2
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When is the magnitude of electric potential the greatest

A

At the surface of a charge

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3
Q

What is electric potential at infinity

A

0

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4
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What is the equation for potential in a radial field

A

V = 1 / 4pi space permitivity * Q/r

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5
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How can potential graphs be represented

A

when the charge is positive potential is positive and charge is repulsive

when the charge is negative potential is negative and the force is attractive

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6
Q

How is electric field strength calculated using the graphs provided

A

tangent at a point and change in potential over distance provides value for E at that point

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